Process Engineer I

Knowles Corporation•Valencia, CA

About The Position

The Process Engineer I plays a critical role in supporting and optimizing the manufacturing of multi-layer capacitor devices. This position is responsible for ensuring that production processes remain efficient, reliable, and capable of delivering high-quality products with improved throughput and yield. The engineer will contribute to both sustaining and developing manufacturing processes, working cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Materials Science, or a related field)
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks, with the ability to create and interpret technical drawings
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; familiarity with statistical tools is a plus
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of clear technical documentation
All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Provide daily production support by troubleshooting process issues and coordinating with production teams to maintain smooth operations.
Sustain and improve existing manufacturing processes to ensure consistent performance, high product quality, and operational efficiency.
Contribute to moderate-complexity process improvement initiatives focused on enhancing yield, throughput, and quality.
Develop and update technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), preventive maintenance (PM) plans, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
Analyze production data to identify trends, drive corrective actions, and support decision-making through time and cost evaluations.
Actively participate in Daily Management (DM) boards, delivering engineering updates, resolving issues, and supporting Front End engineering requests.
Support the implementation and scale-up of new manufacturing technologies and processes.
Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis for recurring production challenges.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Front End, Back End Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance—to drive process optimization and resolve issues.
Assist in evaluating and integrating new equipment, including authoring SOPs and training materials.
Ensure all processes and documentation align with internal quality standards and industry best practices.
Contribute to quality investigations and corrective actions related to customer complaints.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.